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Meatball Casserole

Meatball Casserole: A Cozy Low Carb Family Favorite

This Low Carb Meatball Casserole harmonizes juicy meatballs with gooey cheese and rich sauce, making it a perfect keto dinner for families.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken or beef.
  • 1 link Italian Sausage Optional; turkey sausage for lighter flavor.
  • 1 cup Shredded Zucchini Can replace with chopped spinach.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg can be used for a vegan option.
  • 2 tbsp Dried Minced Onion Fresh can enhance taste but may require adjustments.
  • 1 tsp Dried Garlic Powder Fresh garlic is an alternative.
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil Substitute with fresh for better flavor.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to dietary needs.
For the Sauce and Topping
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Use a no-sugar-added variety for health.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Can swap with cheddar for a different flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Necessary for traditional taste; pecorino is an alternative.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Blend (Mozzarella and Provolone) Mix any preferred melting cheeses.

Equipment

  • 9x13 casserole dish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and coat a 9x13 casserole dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, Italian sausage, shredded zucchini, egg, dried minced onion, garlic powder, dried basil, and salt. Mix well until cohesive.
  3. Roll the meat mixture into approximately 24 meatballs and place them in the prepared casserole dish.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, checking for an internal temperature of 150-155°F.
  5. Remove from the oven, drain excess liquid, and pour marinara sauce over the meatballs. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan.
  6. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Optionally, broil the casserole for 2-3 minutes for a crisp top, watching closely to avoid burning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, prepare meatballs in advance and refrigerate or freeze before baking. High-quality marinara enhances flavor immensely.

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